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Lynn Lynn was a musical idol when he volunteered in 2015 to protect the life of Myanmar’s new civilian leader. Forced to flee after 2021’s...

Despite announcing a crackdown last year, the illegal operations have continued to flourish, protected by powerful officials with close ties to the government.

The country went months without naming a new prime minister, only for Parliament to elect Srettha Thavisin, a candidate that many frustrated voters say represents...

Thaksin Shinawatra, who was ousted in a coup in 2006, has come back to Thailand at a time when the country is struggling to elect...

Hun Manet is expected to guide a generational shift in Cambodian politics, taking over for his father Hun Sen, one of the world’s longest-ruling prime...

Activists say the case against the candidate, Pita Limjaroenrat, is part of a broader effort to nullify election results and further erode democracy in Thailand.

In Thailand, companies and people in positions of power often use libel suits to intimidate and punish activists and critics.

Pita Limjaroenrat led his party to victory in the Thai election and seems poised to become the next prime minister, unless the military blocks him.

The vote is seen as a referendum on the military, which has ruled Thailand for nine years. Results could determine the path for democracy in...

In his first months in power, the Philippines leader has reforged a strong alliance with the U.S., winning praise even as questions remain about his...